First Shots: Battle Beaster on Dreamcast

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We shared with you details on this voice-based strategy title long ago, now see what it looks like.

By IGN Staff

Studio Wonder Effect is doing things a bit differently from the rest of the pack with its first Dreamcast title. Entitled Battle Beaster, this strategy/simulation makes use of the Seaman microphone for full voice compatibility.

Our article linked below has full details on the game's story. Today, through Famitsu.com, we've learned a bit about how the gameplay works. You seem to choose from a set of 100 tamers, select a beast, and raise your creature in a factory of some form. You then pit your beast against other beasts, using voice commands to guide your creature's actions. It seems that saying something like "Be careful," will make your beast fight with care, while something like "Give it your all, Billy!" will make the beast go at it using maximum power. You need to establish trust, or your beast will not listen to you.

A release date has yet to be set for the game, but Famitsu has provided some first pics. Check back soon for more details.